Concept and Design Developments in School Improvement Research: Longitudinal, Multilevel and Mixed Methods and Their Relevance for Educational Accountability

This open-access book discusses challenges in school improvement research and methodological approaches to foster school improvement. It emphasizes the potential of combining case studies with quantitative measures and analyses in a mixed-methods design. The book chapters cover design, measurement, and analysis developments, as well as theoretical and conceptual advancements. The discussion chapter highlights the relevance of the research for educational accountability, presenting one innovative methodological approach with a concrete example in the context of school improvement.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 312 pages
Publication date: 16 June 2021
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This comprehensive open-access book delves into the complexities of school improvement research, exploring various methodological approaches that hold the potential to enhance the field. Conducting research on school improvement and accountability requires meticulous attention to study design and methodology. The promise of integrating the depth of case studies with the breadth of quantitative measures and analyses in a mixed-methods design emerges as a promising avenue. Consequently, the central focus of this book revolves around innovative methodological approaches.

The book's chapters delve into diverse developments in design, measurement, and analysis, as well as theoretical and conceptual advancements. In the concluding discussion chapter, authors examine the relevance of the research presented for educational accountability, specifically highlighting one innovative methodological approach. Through concrete examples, authors elucidate and illustrate this approach within the context of school improvement, drawing upon empirical data whenever feasible. By offering such a comprehensive resource, this book serves as a valuable guide for researchers seeking to design intricate and practical studies in the field of school improvement.

Weight: 494g
Dimension: 155 x 233 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030693473
Edition number: 1st ed. 2021